My Bookshelf (Lately)

I have been reading SO much. Part of that I credit to my bullet journal - it's fun to see the page filling up. I also am in a new Facebook group dedicated to reading and it's given me so many books for my wish list.

Anyway... I've read a few good ones lately and I thought I'd share here in case any of my blog readers are book readers, too.


The Bronze Horseman, by Paulina Simons. This one is actually a series and I wanted to read the rest immediately (Tatiana and Alexander is the 2nd book, The Summer Garden is the 3rd) . I'm saving them for my upcoming hospital stay (something to look forward to). I think at this point I would say this is my favorite book. It is over 800 pages and I read it in less than a week. I didn't want to put it down, I didn't want to sleep, I didn't want it to end. LOVED it.

The Alice Network, by Kate Quinn. This is such a great and empowering book about women in World War I and their unexpected roles and sacrifices.

The Kind Worth Killing by Peter Swanson. I really liked this book and was kept in suspense with it's many twists and turns. I read a copy from the library, but ended up buying it so my husband can read it, too. It reminded me a bit of Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn, which I also loved. It's a complicated story with lots of unexpected moments (and some dark, twisted minds!).

The Sound of Gravel by Ruth Wariner. This is a memoir about a young girl, born into a polygamist cult. Her story is unsettling, inspiring, and unforgettable. This book stayed with me for a long time... I kept thinking about her strength and life.

Next up - I'm in the middle of Beartown by Fredrik Backman (the author of A Man Called Ov, which I really enjoyed). On deck is Beneath a Scarlet Sky, An American Marriage, Lilac Girls, or Little Fires Everywhere.  If you have recommendations for me, please leave a comment! :)

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